Don’t miss America's Got Talent semifinalists Ashes & Arrows, live at the Sunrise for a special Valentine's Day show! The Asheville NC and New Zealand group joined forces to write incredible songs that landed them on America's Got Talent, where they performed their original song "Wild Horses". Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, Sofia Vergara and Simon Cowell all gave them standing ovations. Come see why their music inspires people not to struggle, but to love others.

PRESENTED BY THE COUNTRY BOOKSHOP Join us for a fascinating evening with Bob Crawford, as he discusses his book America's Founding Son: John Quincy Adams, From President to Political Maverick. An accessible and entertaining biography of our nation's greatest public servant and original political maverick John Quincy Adams, from the bassist of the Grammy-nominated band the Avett Brothers. During the tumultuous period between the era of the Founding Fathers and the disunion of the Civil War, John Quincy Adams was the man standing in the breach. After an unsuccessful presidential reelection campaign, he was left reckoning with his political legacy. But Adams would be dragged back into the fray in ways he never expected, pitting him against the slavocracy and Southern congressmen and solidifying him as a key ally to the antislavery cause. America's Founding Son tells the tale of Adams's turbulent government career and his evolving views on slavery. Adams, along with lesser-known abolitionists Benjamin Lundy and Theodore Weld, found himself at the center of the coalition that leveled the first blow against slave power in the United States. The battles they fought would be foundational in the push for emancipation to follow. An entertaining deep dive into an under explored period in American history, America's Founding Son shows how John Quincy Adams and the grassroots activism of the 1830s and '40s shifted American politics forever. Ticket choices include a $5 admission or a $30 admission which includes a copy of the book. We will have additional copies available for sale at the event.

Based on a true story, the 1977 kidnapping of a prominent banker grips the nation and turns the abductor into an outlaw folk hero. As the media frenzy peaks, the standoff becomes a spectacle of desperation, defiance and blurred justice, which resonates even today.

Get Ready for the Ultimate Steely Dan Experience! Join us for an unforgettable night with Dirty Logic, the premier Steely Dan tribute band that’s taking audiences by storm. Known for their impeccable musicianship and faithful recreations of Steely Dan’s sophisticated sound, Dirty Logic brings the jazzy grooves, lush harmonies, and razor-sharp lyrics of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker to life on stage. From iconic hits like Reelin’ in the Years and Do It Again to deep cuts for the true Dan fans, Dirty Logic delivers a performance that’s both technically stunning and irresistibly fun. Whether you’re a lifelong Steely Dan aficionado or just discovering their music, you’ll be swept up in a night of smooth rock, jazz-infused solos, and top-tier musicianship with their big band. Grab your tickets now and be part of a night that will have you singing along, nodding your head, and remembering why this music has stood the test of time. - General Admission: $39 - Premium seats (Rows A, B, C, Front row Balcony AA): $64 - VIP PreShow Dinner & Drinks Experience with General Admission ticket: $114 - VIP PreShow Dinner & Drinks Experience with Premium Seating ticket: $139 VIP PreShow Dinner & Drinks Package includes two-hour early access to VIP lounge, catered dinner by Embers BBQ, unlimited beer & wine before and during show & souvenir poster

We don’t get to repeat even one minute of our time here, but what if you could experience all of the youthful energy and sonic celebration that was 1980s New Wave & Radio Pop? Every sound. Every nuance. Every feeling. That's Electric Avenue. Over the past decade EA has performed over 1,000 concerts across the US and abroad. An Electric Avenue show is a high energy space that reminds people of a time when they came home from school, put a record on, and listened with open ears and an open heart; conjuring first dates, first cars, prom nights, weekend movies, meeting friends at the mall, while finding a sense of fashion and an identity all their own. At an EA show, 80’s music is as alive and well today as it has ever been. If authenticity is your thing, Electric Avenue meticulously and painstakingly recreates every nuance and flavor of your favorite 80’s songs. Delving into their personal stash of vintage synthesizers and rare signal processors, an Electric Avenue show is a true labor of love.

The Arts Council of Moore County presents Friday Night Jazz at the Sunrise! Join us for a special, intimate new series of jazz at the Sunrise featuring the renowned vocalist, songwriter and genre-bending performer Carrie Marshall. The CMQ will bring audiences on a jazzy ride from the Golden Era of Hollywood (Part 1: Jan 30, 2026) to the jazzy blues, folk and soul of the 60s and 70s (Part 2: March 13, 2026) into modern day pop classics with a twist (April 24, 2026) Part 1: Hollywood Gold: A Tribute to the Golden Era of Film & Broadway pays homage to the Golden Era where swing, glamour and silver-screen romance shaped the sound of a generation. Featuring beloved songs from classic films and Broadway musicals that became staples of the Great American songbook General Admission: $34.50 VIP Admission: $69.50 - includes early access (5pm) to the VIP lounge and unlimited drinks and hors d'oeuvres)

The Arts Council of Moore County presents Friday Night Jazz at the Sunrise! Join us for a special, intimate new series of jazz at the Sunrise featuring the renowned vocalist, songwriter and genre-bending performer Carrie Marshall. The CMQ will bring audiences on a jazzy ride from the Golden Era of Hollywood (Part 1: Jan 30, 2026) to the jazzy blues, folk and soul of the 60s and 70s (Part 2: March 13, 2026) into modern day pop classics with a twist (April 24, 2026) A Southern Shade of Blue: Songs, Stories and Soul is a journey through the songs of the 60s and 70s that shaped future generations - all with jazzy blues, folk & soul-drenched Americana. Featuring songs from Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, James Taylor, John Denver, The Rooftop Singers, Tennessee Ernest Ford and MORE! General Admission: $34.50 VIP Admission: $69.50 - includes early access (5pm) to the VIP lounge and unlimited drinks and hors d'oeuvres)

The Arts Council of Moore County presents Friday Night Jazz at the Sunrise! Join us for a special, intimate new series of jazz at the Sunrise featuring the renowned vocalist, songwriter and genre-bending performer Carrie Marshall. The CMQ will bring audiences on a jazzy ride from the Golden Era of Hollywood (Part 1: Jan 30, 2026) to the jazzy blues, folk and soul of the 60s and 70s (Part 2: March 13, 2026) into modern day pop classics with a twist (April 24, 2026) A Twist of Jazz features a night of pop classics including music by Amy Winehouse, Norah Jones, Adele, Cyndi Lauper, Dolly Parton, U2, Bruce Springsteen, the Beatles and MORE! General Admission: $34.50 VIP Admission: $69.50 - includes early access (5pm) to the VIP lounge and unlimited drinks and hors d'oeuvres)

G. Love & Special Sauce is an American Hip-Hop Blues band known for its unique fusion of hip-hop, blues, funk, and soul. Formed in 1993 in Philadelphia, the trio quickly gained attention for their laid-back, groovy style and G. Love’s unique vocal delivery, blending rap-like spoken word with bluesy singing. Their debut self-titled album, G. Love & Special Sauce, was released in 1994 on Epic Records and included the hit single “Cold Beverage,” which became popular on alternative radio stations and MTV, solidifying their presence in the music scene. The band’s style has been described asa mix of “slacker blues” and “alternative hip-hop,” as they frequently incorporate elements of 90s hip-hop beats with classic blues rhythms. Over the years, G. Love & Special Sauce has released numerous albums, including Coast to Coast Motel (1995), Yeah, It’s That Easy (1997), The Electric Mile (2001) and the GRAMMY nominated The Juice (2020). Known for their energetic live performances, G. Love & Special Sauce has played at festivals like Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza. G. Love & Special Sauce remains a beloved name in the music scene, blending genres in a way that feels fresh and authentic. Reserved Seating: $39.50 VIP PreShow Dinner & Drinks Experience with General Admission ticket: $114 VIP PreShow Dinner & Drinks Package includes two-hour early access to VIP lounge (doors open at 5pm), catered dinner by Embers BBQ, unlimited beer & wine before and during show & souvenir poster. Please note: VIP lounge is up one flight of stairs and is not handicap accessible

American composer Gabriela Lena Frank makes her Met debut with her first opera, a magical-realist portrait of Mexico’s painterly power couple Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, with libretto by Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright Nilo Cruz. Fashioned as a reversal of the Orpheus and Euridice myth, the story depicts Frida, sung by leading mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard, leaving the underworld on the Day of the Dead and reuniting with Diego, portrayed by baritone Carlos Álvarez. The famously feuding pair briefly relive their tumultuous love, embracing both the passion and the pain before bidding the land of the living a final farewell. Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts the Met premiere of Frank’s opera, a “confident, richly imagined score” (The New Yorker) that “bursts with color and fresh individuality” (Los Angeles Times). The vibrant new production, taking enthusiastic inspiration from Frida and Diego’s paintings, is directed and choreographed by Deborah Colker, following her remarkable 2024 debut staging of Ainadamar.

Following her acclaimed 2024 company debut in Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, soprano Asmik Grigorian returns to the Met as Tatiana, the lovestruck young heroine in this ardent operatic adaptation of Pushkin. Baritone Igor Golovatenko reprises his portrayal of the urbane Onegin, who realizes his affection for her all too late. The Met’s evocative production, directed by Tony Award–winner Deborah Warner, “offers a beautifully detailed reading of … Tchaikovsky’s lyrical romance” (The Telegraph).

After years of anticipation, a truly unmissable event arrives as the electrifying Lise Davidsen tackles one of the ultimate roles for dramatic soprano: the Irish princess Isolde in Wagner’s transcendent meditation on love and death. Heroic tenor Michael Spyres stars opposite Davidsen as the love-drunk Tristan. The momentous occasion also marks the advent of a new, Met-debut staging by Yuval Sharon—hailed by The New York Times as “the most visionary opera director of his generation” and the first American to direct an opera at the famed Wagner festival in Bayreuth—as well as Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin’s first time leading Tristan und Isolde at the Met. Mezzo-soprano Ekaterina Gubanova reprises her signature portrayal of Brangäne, alongside bass-baritone Tomasz Konieczny, who sings Kurwenal after celebrated Met appearances in Wagner’s Der Fliegende Holländer and Ring cycle. Bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green makes an important role debut as King Marke.

The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass comes to the Sunrise for a special MARDI GRAS celebration concert! Rodney Marsalis leads America’s premier large brass ensemble. A group that always reflects the diverse makeup of men and women in the American culture, RMPBB is dedicated to the notion that music is a gift to be enjoyed by everyone. A veritable "dream team" of virtuoso brass players, the group burst onto the music scene with a debut performance in Philadelphia's Kimmel Center in Verizon Hall, a residency for the Mann Center for the Performing Arts, and a special feature on the National Public Radio show, "All Things Considered." The VIP Dinner and Drinks experience includes access to the VIP loft, a catered New Orleans-themed dinner and unlimited beer & wine before the performance.

Get ready to get DUSTED! The Infamous Stringdusters are coming to Southern Pines for one night only! - General Admission: $39.50 - VIP PreShow Dinner & Drinks Experience with General Admission ticket: $114 VIP PreShow Dinner & Drinks Package includes two-hour early access to VIP lounge (doors open at 5pm), catered dinner by Embers BBQ, unlimited beer & wine before and during show & souvenir poster. Please note: VIP lounge is up one flight of stairs and is not handicap accessible

Join us for a magical afternoon with the Sounds of Simon & Garfunkel, a truly authentic live tribute to the best selling duo of all time. With accurate musical renditions and precise vocal harmonies, Jeff Jablonski and Jeff Radi take the audience on a musical journey performing Simon and Garfunkel’s celebrated hits, including Paul Simon’s solo career. Don’t miss this unforgettable stage performance that is sure to transport you to a simpler place in time, where heartfelt lyrics harmonize with the emotional music of this beloved duo.

TUESDAY NIGHT MUSIC CLUB - THE GRATEFUL DEAD LIVE AT CARTER FINLEY * FREE TO ALL * We normally do Tuesday Night Music Clubs on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, but we're doing another special event to honor the passing of legendary Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir. Come watch The Grateful Dead, Live at Carter Finley Stadium in Raleigh NC 7-10-1990. The legendary Carter Finley show is widely viewed as one of the most legendary Dead shows, complete with power outage and performances by Bruce Honrsby. This event is FREE TO ALL, but we would be grateful if you would donate to the Sunrise and tip your server to help us cover the costs of hosting this event.

Presented by Casino Guitars: By popular demand! A confined but troubled rock star descends into madness in the midst of his physical and social isolation from everyone. Don't miss this spectacle on the Sunrise's incredible 25-speaker surround system!